Panasonic Network Camera Bb Hcm371a Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
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Network Camera
Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
Model No.  BB-HCM371A
Outdoor Ready 

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Main Features
Splash Resistant body for indoor and outdoor use
Your Panasonic Network Camera has a splash resistant body. The splash resistant 
body allows the camera to be used indoors or outdoors.
Wireless Communication
Network Camera corresponds to the wireless system based on IEEE 802.11b/g. 
Wireless installation will play an increasing role in flexible mounting. 
Communication via Ethernet
® cable is also available*1. Encryption establishes the 
security on the wireless...

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Better Image Quality
The CCD sensor and the color night view mode provides better image quality and 
low light performance.
 The CCD sensor gives you clear image.
 You can monitor live video (Motion JPEG) that refreshes its image 30 frames 
per second.
 Color night view mode allows you to monitor the camera in low illuminance.
Various Camera Control Features
The camera pans or tilts fast in maximum...

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Multi-Language Display
Top page, Single Camera and Multi-Camera page can be displayed inEnglish, 
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. The 
Setup, Maintenance and Support pages are displayed only in English or Japanese. 

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How to Use This Documentation
The camera includes the following 2 manual types.
Installation/Troubleshooting
Installation/Troubleshooting provides explanations for accessories included 
with the camera, the initial configuration, and troubleshooting tips. The 
Installation/Troubleshooting helps you to easily configure the camera.
Operating Instructions (This manual)
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System Requirements for your PC
Your PC (Personal Computer) and network must meet the following technical 
specifications for the camera to work properly.
For IPv4 Connection
Item Description
Operating 
SystemMicrosoft
® Windows® XP, Microsoft® Windows® 2000
Microsoft® Windows® Me, Microsoft® Windows® 98SE
CPUFor viewing single camera
Pe nt i um
® III (800 MHz or greater is recommended.)
For viewing multiple cameras
Pentium 4 (1.8 GHz or greater is recommended.)
ProtocolTCP/IP...

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Note
See Panasonic Network Camera support website at 
http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for the latest 
information about web browser. For IPv6 Connection
Item Description
Operating 
SystemMicrosoft
® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later
CPUFor viewing single camera
Pentium III (800 MHz or greater is recommended.)
For viewing multiple cameras
Pentium 4 (1.8 GHz or greater is...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce 
the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
1.Read and understand all instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.After taking away the sand or the dust on the lens cover, wipe the lens cover 
with a dry cloth.
6.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the 
manufacturers instructions....

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User Name and Password Protection
The use of a unique User Name and secret Password is an important tool that 
will help limit unauthorized individuals from accessing the camera. If you 
choose to disable this tool, and choose not to limit access by use of a User 
Name and Password, this may result in access to the camera by 
unauthorized individuals. (see page 77) 

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Table of Contents
1 Camera Monitoring ..................................................... 13
1.1 Accessing the Camera ................................................................. 13
1.1.1 To Access the Camera in IPv6................................................................. 15
1.2 Viewing Single Camera page ....................................................... 17
1.2.1 Auto Centering the Image (Click to Center) ............................................. 21...